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Bungie Launches Closed Marathon Test Ahead of 2026 Release

10/7/2025

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Bungie announces closed Marathon technical test Oct 22–28, 2025; applications close Oct 16 at 4 PM Pacific.
The test adds three maps, five character shells, proximity chat, and alpha improvements; NDA required.
The game was delayed in June due to mixed responses and stolen artwork.
Sony CFO expects Marathon to launch by March 2026 amid Bungie management changes.

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Bungie announces closed Marathon technical test Oct 22–28, 2025; applications close Oct 16 at 4 PM Pacific.
The test adds three maps, five character shells, proximity chat, and alpha improvements; NDA required.
The game was delayed in June due to mixed responses and stolen artwork.
Sony CFO expects Marathon to launch by March 2026 amid Bungie management changes.